Matthew L. Buttigieg passed away on Wednesday, October 16, 2013 at the age of 58. Beloved Husband of Patricia M. Buttigieg. Loving Father of Gina Gucciardo, Mary Ann DePaola and Christina Buttigieg and Father-in-Law of John and Anthony. Dear Brother of Joseph Buttigieg. Also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Rose of Lima Church, Massapequa, NY on Saturday October 19, 2013 at 9 AM. Interment followed at St. Charles Cemetery, Farmingdale, NY under the direction of Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth, NY 11378